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Chester Municipal Heritage Society

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Individual Membership

Family Membership

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Corporate Membership

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Please send e-transfer to: cmhsfunds@gmail.com or mail your cheque to:
Chester Municipal Heritage Society, PO Box 628, Chester NS, B0J 1J0
*Please enter a brief note in the description to explain the purpose of the funds, i.e. "general donation" or Name of Event

Help Us Preserve Chester&#39;s Heritage🏛️ Become a member of the Chester Municipal Heritage Society and help safeguard Chester&#39;s historic buildings, stories, and landscapes for future generations. Dear friends and supporters of the Chester Municipal Heritage Society,As summer draws to a close, I hope you have enjoyed a safe and pleasant season.First and foremost, thank you for your continued support of CMHS. Your memberships, donations, encouragement, and volunteer efforts make it possible for us to continue preserving and celebrating Chester&#39;s unique heritage.I am also pleased to introduce our new, easy system for renewing your membership or joining CMHS for the first time.Over the past year, CMHS has accomplished a great deal. Highlights include:<ul fr-original-style="text-align: start;" style="text-align: start; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Acquiring the Train Station land and additional property from DNR for future development.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Reducing property taxes through negotiations with the Province and Municipality.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Moving forward with plans for a Chester Municipal Museum.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Upgrading Station utilities, heating, washrooms, and providing electricity to the CNR caboose.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Keeping the Train Station increasingly active throughout the year.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Maintaining and repainting Maple Cottage.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Improving exhibits and access to the genealogy collection at Lordly House.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Hosting a successful Canada Day Celebration attended by hundreds of residents and visitors.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Holding the &quot;Hats Off to Carol Nauss&quot; Tea, which raised approximately $1,400.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Establishing the position of Station Master to assist with management, maintenance, marketing, and museum development.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Securing grants to support our programs and events.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Developing an advisory group to assist the Board with future planning.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Continuing to work with community partners, including the Zoe Valle Library, Village Commission, and Municipality of Chester.</li></ul>How You Can HelpTo continue this important work, we need your support.Become a member or renew your membership. Volunteer. We welcome help in many areas, whether it is an hour a week or occasional assistance at an event. Make a donation. Every contribution, large or small, makes a difference.Chester&#39;s history and heritage belong to all of us. The Chester Municipal Heritage Society cannot preserve it alone&mdash;we need members, volunteers, donors, and friends to help carry this work forward. I hope you will consider joining us, renewing your membership, offering some of your time, or making a contribution.Together, we can ensure that Chester&#39;s heritage remains alive and appreciated for generations to come.Thank you for your continued friendship and support. With warmest regards,Leigh Robertson Chair, Chester Municipal Heritage Society

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; -webkit-user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for shopping with us and for supporting our cause with your purchase. Your support directly contributes to our mission and helps us make a positive impact. If you would like to further contribute, consider spreading the word about our shop to your friends and family, or contacting us directly to learn about volunteer opportunities! Thank you once again for your support. Leigh Robertsoninfo@chesterheritage.ca

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; -webkit-user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Your <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{Membership type}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; -webkit-user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">Membership type supporting Chester Municipal Heritage Society will expire on <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{Expiry date}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; -webkit-user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">Expiry date. Thanks to members like you, we&#39;re able to grow, improve access, and create meaningful opportunities for everyone we serve. Renewing is quick and easy &mdash; you can choose the same membership as before or even upgrade your membership here: <a fr-original-style="display:inline-block;padding:12px 24px;background-color:#5555E7;color:#ffffff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;" href="{{formUrl}}" style="display: inline-block; padding: 12px 24px; background-color: rgb(85, 85, 231); color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration: none; border-radius: 8px; font-weight: 600; -webkit-user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;">Renew your membership</a> Thank you for being such a valued part of our community and for your continued support. Leigh Robertson Chester Municipal Heritage Society

Help Us Preserve Chester's Heritage🏛️ Become a member of the Chester Municipal Heritage Society and help safeguard Chester's historic buildings, stories, and landscapes for future generations. Dear friends and supporters of the Chester Municipal Heritage Society,As summer draws to a close, I hope you have enjoyed a safe and pleasant season.First and foremost, thank you for your continued support of CMHS. Your memberships, donations, encouragement, and volunteer efforts make it possible for us to continue preserving and celebrating Chester's unique heritage.I am also pleased to introduce our new, easy system for renewing your membership or joining CMHS for the first time.Over the past year, CMHS has accomplished a great deal. Highlights include:<ul><li>Acquiring the Train Station land and additional property from DNR for future development.</li><li>Reducing property taxes through negotiations with the Province and Municipality.</li><li>Moving forward with plans for a Chester Municipal Museum.</li><li>Upgrading Station utilities, heating, washrooms, and providing electricity to the CNR caboose.</li><li>Keeping the Train Station increasingly active throughout the year.</li><li>Maintaining and repainting Maple Cottage.</li><li>Improving exhibits and access to the genealogy collection at Lordly House.</li><li>Hosting a successful Canada Day Celebration attended by hundreds of residents and visitors.</li><li>Holding the "Hats Off to Carol Nauss" Tea, which raised approximately $1,400.</li><li>Establishing the position of Station Master to assist with management, maintenance, marketing, and museum development.</li><li>Securing grants to support our programs and events.</li><li>Developing an advisory group to assist the Board with future planning.</li><li>Continuing to work with community partners, including the Zoe Valle Library, Village Commission, and Municipality of Chester.</li></ul>How You Can HelpTo continue this important work, we need your support.Become a member or renew your membership. Volunteer. We welcome help in many areas, whether it is an hour a week or occasional assistance at an event. Make a donation. Every contribution, large or small, makes a difference.Chester's history and heritage belong to all of us. The Chester Municipal Heritage Society cannot preserve it alone—we need members, volunteers, donors, and friends to help carry this work forward. I hope you will consider joining us, renewing your membership, offering some of your time, or making a contribution.Together, we can ensure that Chester's heritage remains alive and appreciated for generations to come.Thank you for your continued friendship and support. With warmest regards,Leigh Robertson Chair, Chester Municipal Heritage Society

Chester Municipal Heritage Society

Chester Municipal Heritage Society Memberships, 2026

Individual Membership

$30

Family Membership

$55

Corporate Membership

$250

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